{"id":7034,"date":"2025-09-17T09:06:24","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T06:06:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/hasta-yorumlari\/"},"modified":"2026-04-28T18:45:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T15:45:35","slug":"patient-testimonials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/","title":{"rendered":"Patient Testimonials"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u0130\u00e7indekiler &amp; Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#Gastric_Sleeve_Bariatric_Surgery_Weight_Loss_Surgery_Patient_Testimonial\" >Gastric Sleeve, Bariatric Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery Patient Testimonial<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#Prof_Dr_Oguzhan_Karatepe_PATIENT_REVIEWS\" >Prof. Dr. Oguzhan Karatepe PATIENT REVIEWS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#Weight_Loss_Surgery_FAQ\" >Weight Loss Surgery FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#What_is_Weight_Loss_Surgery\" >What is Weight Loss Surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#Who_is_a_Good_Candidate_for_Weight_Loss_Surgery\" >Who is a Good Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#How_Long_is_the_Recovery_After_Surgery\" >How Long is the Recovery After Surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#How_Much_Weight_Can_I_Expect_to_Lose\" >How Much Weight Can I Expect to Lose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/karatepeklinik.com\/en\/patient-testimonials\/#Is_Weight_Loss_Surgery_Safe\" >Is Weight Loss Surgery Safe?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-element-fcfabd4d\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gastric_Sleeve_Bariatric_Surgery_Weight_Loss_Surgery_Patient_Testimonial\"><\/span>Gastric Sleeve, Bariatric Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery Patient Testimonial<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"gb-element-a2660561\">\n<h3 class=\"gb-text-bd173142\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prof_Dr_Oguzhan_Karatepe_PATIENT_REVIEWS\"><\/span><span class=\"gb-shape\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 36.7 3\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 0h36.7v3H0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-text\">Prof. Dr. Oguzhan Karatepe PATIENT REVIEWS<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Karatepe Clinic<\/strong>, you can read real experiences and recovery stories from our patients who have undergone <strong>gastric sleeve, bariatric, and weight loss surgeries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This page shares detailed insights into patients\u2019 <strong>pre- and post-surgery journeys<\/strong>, including their challenges, recovery process, and life changes after surgery. You\u2019ll find genuine testimonials from patients who achieved successful and healthy weight loss through <strong>gastric sleeve and bariatric procedures<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each story reflects the transformation, motivation, and satisfaction of individuals who trusted <strong>Prof. Dr. O\u011fuzhan Karatepe<\/strong> and his experienced surgical team. These reviews help future patients better understand the <strong>treatment process, recovery period, and real results<\/strong> of weight loss surgery, providing confidence and clarity before making their own decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2a90ebea\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M380.9 97.1C339 55.1 283.2 32 223.9 32c-122.4 0-222 99.6-222 222 0 39.1 10.2 77.3 29.6 111L0 480l117.7-30.9c32.4 17.7 68.9 27 106.1 27h.1c122.3 0 224.1-99.6 224.1-222 0-59.3-25.2-115-67.1-157zm-157 341.6c-33.2 0-65.7-8.9-94-25.7l-6.7-4-69.8 18.3L72 359.2l-4.4-7c-18.5-29.4-28.2-63.3-28.2-98.2 0-101.7 82.8-184.5 184.6-184.5 49.3 0 95.6 19.2 130.4 54.1 34.8 34.9 56.2 81.2 56.1 130.5 0 101.8-84.9 184.6-186.6 184.6zm101.2-138.2c-5.5-2.8-32.8-16.2-37.9-18-5.1-1.9-8.8-2.8-12.5 2.8-3.7 5.6-14.3 18-17.6 21.8-3.2 3.7-6.5 4.2-12 1.4-32.6-16.3-54-29.1-75.5-66-5.7-9.8 5.7-9.1 16.3-30.3 1.8-3.7.9-6.9-.5-9.7-1.4-2.8-12.5-30.1-17.1-41.2-4.5-10.8-9.1-9.3-12.5-9.5-3.2-.2-6.9-.2-10.6-.2-3.7 0-9.7 1.4-14.8 6.9-5.1 5.6-19.4 19-19.4 46.3 0 27.3 19.9 53.7 22.6 57.4 2.8 3.7 39.1 59.7 94.8 83.8 35.2 15.2 49 16.5 66.6 13.9 10.7-1.6 32.8-13.4 37.4-26.4 4.6-13 4.6-24.1 3.2-26.4-1.3-2.5-5-3.9-10.5-6.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Free WhatsApp Consultation:<br> <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=905309173030&amp;text=Hello+Karatepe+Clinic%2C+I+am+reaching+out+via+karatepeklinik.com%2Fen+to+inquire+about+gastric+sleeve+surgery+and+the+consultation+process.&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\">+90 530 917 30 30<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-element-11d59cde\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss_Surgery_FAQ\"><\/span>Weight Loss Surgery FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761679812330\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Weight_Loss_Surgery\"><\/span>What is Weight Loss Surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, includes procedures such as <strong>gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and revision surgeries<\/strong>. These operations help patients lose excess weight by reducing the stomach size and improving metabolism.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761679818032\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_a_Good_Candidate_for_Weight_Loss_Surgery\"><\/span>Who is a Good Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Weight loss surgery is ideal for individuals with a <strong>Body Mass Index (BMI) over 35<\/strong>, or over 30 with obesity-related health issues such as <strong>diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea<\/strong>. A medical evaluation is required to determine suitability.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761679827177\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_is_the_Recovery_After_Surgery\"><\/span><strong>How Long is the Recovery After Surgery?<\/strong><br><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most patients can <strong>return to normal daily activities within 1\u20132 weeks<\/strong> after surgery. Full recovery and adaptation to the new lifestyle usually take <strong>a few months<\/strong>, guided by your doctor\u2019s recommendations.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761679838034\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Weight_Can_I_Expect_to_Lose\"><\/span>How Much Weight Can I Expect to Lose?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>On average, patients lose <strong>60\u201380% of their excess weight<\/strong> within the first year after surgery. The results depend on maintaining a <strong>healthy diet, regular exercise, and medical follow-up<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761679850275\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Weight_Loss_Surgery_Safe\"><\/span>Is Weight Loss Surgery Safe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, when performed by an <strong>experienced bariatric surgeon<\/strong> like Prof. Dr. O\u011fuzhan Karatepe, weight loss surgery is <strong>safe and effective<\/strong>. The procedures are typically <strong>minimally invasive (laparoscopic)<\/strong>, resulting in faster recovery and fewer complications.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gastric Sleeve, Bariatric Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery Patient Testimonial Prof. Dr. Oguzhan Karatepe PATIENT REVIEWS At Karatepe Clinic, you can read real experiences and recovery stories from our patients who have undergone gastric sleeve, bariatric, and weight loss surgeries. 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